Tours/Big Island of Hawaii/3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch
Viator · group up to 30 pax

3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

4.9(50)Big Island of Hawaii1 hour
VIATOR4.7(12)TRIPADVISOR4.9(38)

Description

1. Check-in at Honokohau Harbor – 30 min prior to departure - Arrival at the Honokohau Harbor, Slip A17 - The friendly staff welcomes guests with a warm Aloha - Wetsuit fitting *Optional for additional fee** 2. Depart from Honokohau Harbor - Crew and captain introductions - Tour guide will give an overview of the tour and cover all safety measures 3. Cruise along the Kona Coastline - Watch Hawaiian spinner dolphins (Watch whales Dec. 15 - Mar.31) - Swim in 2 snorkel spots (Garden Eel Cove, Pawai Bay, Makalawena, Kaloko fish ponds, Keahou) 3. Enjoy freshly grilled lunch + pineapple on the boat 4. Return to Honokohau Harbor - A Hui Hou!

Tour Options

3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch

Highlights

We will grill up lunch on the boat
Use of Snorkelling equipment

What's included

Included
We will grill up lunch on the boat
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Not included
Wet suits are available for rent $10/adult and $5/child.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wild animal sightings are natural and cannot be 100% guaranteed

Reviews(50)

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202haleyh
August 12, 2026
Great crew and a great time!

We had a wonderful time on the tour! We found them through Costco and would recommend them to anyone. Captain Trevor with Diego and Tamae were a wonderful crew and made it such a great experience. The boat was clean and had nice shade on the ride back and forth to the snorkeling spot. They provided sodas, waters, snacks, and grilled hot dogs for lunch. Tamae even shared her photos and videos from the tour with us afterwards. Our family enjoyed the trip and would highly recommend booking them on your trip!

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Corinne_M
August 10, 2026
not kid appropriate

fun experience except for not kid friendly because of how the employees were dresssed. one female was walking around in a bikini that barely covered her nipples and was a thong bottom. i had my daughter asking me what she was wearing? where the rest of her suit was? why is she walking around practically naked and is okay with it? not to mention while “doing the job” and tightening ropes and things like that. one female had no issues placing her chest and ass i my partners face. he told me he felt very uncomfortable but was afraid to say anything to them. then she turned around and asked for a tip for doing a job she’s already getting paid to do. ridiculous if you ask me. you pay over $100 per person to do this and then they ask you for a tip! it’s their job to do what they are doing. why do i need to pay out more???

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kimgQ1684IV
July 23, 2026
Fun experience

It was great for the price we saw dolphins and they took us to calmer water to snorkel with fishes it was a great experience. They were so nice to my daughter and had a party pit floaty so she didn't get in the water put got to float and see fishes from there

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516kellyj
July 5, 2026
Fabulous experience

Our adult family of 5 had a fabulous experience with Trevor, Madi, & Tamae. Beautiful views, tons of dolphins, and two areas in which to snorkel. They are hospitable, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Tamae even shared videos that she took on our trip, from the boat and below water as an added bonus! I highly recommend and would do again if I come back to The Big Island of Hawai’i.

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Kara_M
April 30, 2026
Amazing way to see part...

Amazing way to see part of Hawaii you can’t really on your own! We saw dolphins, amazing boat ride and the snorkeling was fabulous!

Operator response

Aloha! Mahalo for joining our dolphin watch, snorkeling, and BBQ lunch tour with us, we are so glad you enjoyed exploring a part of Hawaii you can’t easily reach on your own and had such a great time seeing dolphins and snorkeling, we hope to see you again soon, mahalo!

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amyhD2024JW
April 12, 2026
Great Experience

My family and I did a snorkeling trip, and it was amazing. Our all-female crew Lena, Madi and Tamae were very welcoming, knowledgeable and experienced. We enjoyed being out on the boat. seeing the spinner dolphins, lots of fish and even got to see a tiger shark spotted from the boat.

Operator response

Aloha! Mahalo for joining our snorkeling tour with us, we are so happy you and your family had an amazing time with Lena, Madi, and Tamae and got to see spinner dolphins, beautiful marine life, and even a tiger shark, we hope to see you again soon, mahalo!

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V5230FVteresac
January 19, 2026
Great views and even better vibes!

Had an amazing experience with Madi and Lena! We saw so many dolphins and whales 🤩 Madi and Lena were so informative about the marine life and was such great vibes to be around!! I loved that we stopped any time we saw something pop up in the water. Did not feel rushed at all. This experience is best for anyone who wants to enjoy being out on the water!! 10/10 would do this again

Operator response

Aloha! Thank you for joining our 4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch. We’re so happy Madi and Lena made your experience fun, informative, and relaxing while spotting dolphins and whales. Thank you for choosing us for your ocean adventure, mahalo!

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bridgetl642
January 11, 2026
Wonderful day!

We had an amazing time! We saw turtles, dolphins and whales. The crew was fantastic! Would definitely recommend the snorkeling trip.

Operator response

Aloha! Thank you for joining our 4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch. We’re thrilled you saw turtles, dolphins, and whales, and that our crew made your day so wonderful. Thank you for choosing us for your ocean adventure, mahalo!

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Drslater
January 6, 2026
Fun family snorkel and ocean life adventure!

We just got back from this tour today! Maddie and Trevor were our guides, and as soon as we left the harbor we saw spinner dolphins! Amazing and beautiful. Also, on our way to our snorkeling site, Maddie and Trevor saw Manta Rays swimming. They stopped the boat and we were able to get out and swim with these majestic creatures! We were about to get most of the family in the water to see, even our 3 yr old! Our guides were accommodating, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable about the ocean and ocean life. If you are looking for a fun family adventure, this is a great one!

Operator response

Aloha! Thank you for joining our 4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling and BBQ Lunch. We’re thrilled Maddie and Trevor helped your family see spinner dolphins, manta rays, and enjoy a fun and educational ocean adventure even with your little one. Thank you for choosing us for your ocean adventure, mahalo!

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personalnicolem
December 31, 2025
Best yet

Trevor, Madison and Diego were the greatest! They were personable, fun and Diego knows a lot of the history. He was fun to listen to and learn from

Operator response

Aloha! Thank you for joining our 4 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch. We’re so happy Trevor, Madison, and Diego made your trip fun and memorable while sharing history and knowledge along the way. Thank you for choosing us for your ocean adventure, mahalo!

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